Glorious Morning

Daily Focus | Faith vs. Works: The Balance Between Grace and Effort

Grace is central to our salvation, yet the Bible also speaks about striving to live righteously. How do we find the balance between trusting in God’s grace and putting in our own efforts? Today’s discussion will focus on where grace ends and effort begins in our spiritual walk.

12 Sep 2024 15 min

Fundamental Beliefs | 14 The Unity in the Body of Christ: Following the Pattern-Man

In Christ we are a new creation; distinctions of race, culture, learning, and nationality, and differences between high and low, rich and poor, male and female, must not be divisive among us. The best way to know what to do and how to do it, as in many things, is…

11 Sep 2024 12 min

Daily Focus | Faith vs. Works: Living Out Faith

For many believers, faith naturally expresses itself through acts of kindness, service, and charity. But what is the right motivation behind these good works? Today, we will discuss how practical expressions of faith align with God’s call for us to serve others.

11 Sep 2024 15 min

Controversial Perspectives on Faith | Abortion and Christianity: The Ethics of Abortion

The ethical and legislative aspects of abortion are complex, involving moral considerations and legal frameworks. Today, we’ll examine the ethical debates surrounding abortion and the impact of legislation, exploring how moral arguments influence laws and public policy.

10 Sep 2024 22 min

Fundamental Beliefs | 14 The Unity in the Body of Christ: United Like The Body

Christ calls us to be unified. But what does unity look like? How can people be united while still embracing their identity as individuals created by God? How can a group of such different people be united and yet positively retain their distinctiveness? Pr Ilukena walks us through

10 Sep 2024 11 min

Daily Focus | Faith vs. Works: The Necessity of Works as Evidence of Faith

Some Christians believe that while faith is central, works are a necessary demonstration of that faith. Are works merely evidence of salvation, or do they play a role in securing it? Let’s explore this further in today’s discussion.

10 Sep 2024 14 min

Fundamental Beliefs | 14 The Unity in the Body of Christ: Unity the Jesus Way

What does unity look like among many different groups of diverse people? Here's a good case study, the Seventh-day Adventist Church is a worldwide denomination, spanning multiple cultures, languages, etc. However, while fully appreciating the uniqueness God created us with, Adventists also work together toward the same goal—sharing the gospel…

9 Sep 2024 14 min

Daily Focus | Faith vs. Works: Is Faith Alone Enough?

“Faith alone” is a phrase often heard in discussions about salvation. But is simply believing in God enough for one to be saved? Today, we will dive into the concept of faith alone and whether it’s sufficient or if more is required for salvation.

9 Sep 2024 16 min

Dissecting Tithes and Offerings

Do you understand how tithing works? We begin Part 1 dissecting how money is distributed in the church coffers.

8 Sep 2024 33 min

Marriage and the Family with Ps Howard Rossouw

Do you know how to navigate your family life and marriage in a healthy way. Marriage and Family God's way is always best.

8 Sep 2024 41 min

Farm Life with Bonolo Ratshivhadela

You probably have considered living on the farm. And what about children and how you bring them up. This conversation raises numerous considerations about farm living.

7 Sep 2024 34 min

Daniel 9

A pragmatic look at Daniel 9. How is the 70 Weeks Prophecy calculated?

7 Sep 2024 12 min

Pastor Profile | Know Your Local Pastor

In this segment we take a moment to celebrate the men and women who have dedicated their lives to serving in Gods vineyard. We consider their history before and after the ministerial calling, as well as reflect on how the service has been for them. Today the spotlight is on…

6 Sep 2024 41 min

VOP Lesson | 18 Tradition and the Church: Tradition 2.0

Have you ever discovered, not just a better way, but the right way to do something, and as you shared it with others everyone excitedly accepts this paradigm shift? But then, with time people start shifting from that preferred way, and you just cannot understand why?! That is the gist…

6 Sep 2024 12 min

Daily Focus | Marriage and Divorce: Marriage as a Reflection of Christ and the Church

The Bible likens marriage to the relationship between Christ and the Church—a union marked by unconditional love, sacrifice, and devotion. Understanding this parallel can deepen our appreciation of marriage and inspire us to model our relationships after the selfless love of Christ.

6 Sep 2024 19 min

Authors Corner | ARISE

One of the distinguishing characteristics of humans is our ability to store information. Beyond just communicating verbally, writing, and subsequently reading ensures messages transcend boundaries. That’s why every Thursday we celebrate authors and the work they produce. Today’s spotlight is on Thoko Kanjira.

5 Sep 2024 18 min

VOP Lesson | 18 Tradition and the Church: Old Time Religion

When dealing with religion, with human beings, as with anything else, the presence of tradition is inevitable. Is that a good or a bad thing? Or perhaps it's a sliding scale, where there is a tipping point? In this study, Eld Ndumiso Maphosa takes us through a look at the…

5 Sep 2024 10 min

Daily Focus | Marriage and Divorce: Grounds for Divorce

Divorce is a painful and complex topic that raises many questions within the Christian community. What are the biblical grounds for divorce, and how should believers approach this issue in a way that honours God? Today, we’ll dive into Scripture to better understand what the Bible teaches about divorce and…

5 Sep 2024 17 min

Controversial Perspectives on Faith | The Intersections of Mental health and Christianity: Spirituality Combatting the M

Spirituality can play a significant role in mental well- being, offering a source of strength, comfort, and purpose. Today’s discussion will focus on how spirituality contributes to mental health and well-being, exploring diverse perspectives on how spiritual practices can enhance emotional resilience and psychological health.

4 Sep 2024 15 min

Fundamental Beliefs | 13 The Remnant and Its Mission: The Being the Remnant

God has never been unclear about His expectations for us. In fact, His word testifies that He does nothing without communicating with His people first (Amos 3:7). If we want to show our allegiance to Him and mark ourselves as His followers, there are certain expectations of us, and Pr…

4 Sep 2024 15 min